Inspection Report

Florida DBPR Inspection Report
Completed

GANDULES GRILL

5705 LEE BLVD, SUITE 11-12 · LEHIGH ACRES · Lee County · FL 33971

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateOctober 16, 2024
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionInspection Completed – No Further Action
Resultmet_inspection_standards
Inspection number3475529
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8786526
DBPR license4607337

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
4 High Priority3 Intermediate5 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical12 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

12 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 4

#6High Priority01B-01-4

High Priority – Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. In dry storage can rack, cans tomato sauce and fruit cocktail heavily dented at seams.

Stop Sale
#7High Priority12A-02-4

High Priority – Dishwasher handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up clean dishes, no handwash. Discussed with employee proper handwashing, operator washed hands properly before returning to work. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#8High Priority03A-02-5

High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front line of cook line fresh garlic in oil (68F – Cold Holding); Nutella and evaporated milk (68F – Cold Holding) stored for two hours per operator. Provided operator with time as a public health control form and discussed options for both cold holding and using time as a public health control.

#9High Priority41-10-4

High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored over food on prep table. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site

Intermediate 3

#10Intermediate31A-09-4

Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times by back dry stored, blocked with boxes.

#11Intermediate31A-11-4

Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as dump sink in bar and front line.

#12Intermediate53B-02-5

Intermediate – No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Alegna, Rachel, Hector, Sofia, no proof of training

Basic 5

#1Basic16-21-4

Basic – Accumulation of debris on top of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#2Basic51-11-4

Basic – Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 4 by back kitchen exit.

#3Basic14-09-4

Basic – Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, observed in back prep area.

#4Basic36-11-4

Basic – Floors not maintained smooth and durable, easily cleanable throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#5Basic08B-38-4

Basic – Food stored on floor. In dry storage area, Bibb in box soda, water bottles, plastic bottles of drinks.

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 23, 2026 12:49 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 1 · Approved food source
1 observation(s)
Category 3 · Time/temperature control for safety food
1 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
1 observation(s)
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
1 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
1 observation(s)
Category 16 · Dishwashing facilities, test kits and gauges
1 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
2 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
1 observation(s)
Category 41 · Chemicals and toxic substances
1 observation(s)
Category 46 · Exits not blocked or locked – reporting only
1 observation(s)
Category 51 · Other sanitary and safe-operation conditions
1 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
1 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.